Letter: Elections critical for Wisconsin citizens

The spring non-partisan election is nearly upon us. While it doesn't normally attract all the attention of a presidential election, it is an important one that may well have a greater, more direct effect on our daily lives.

We will be electing those who serve us on a more local level. First, the antics of the state Supreme Court have been something of an embarrassment to Wisconsin in the recent past. We can improve the situation by putting a new face on the court with the election of Ed Fallone. Ed is a respected law professor who won't have the baggage his opponent carries.

Second, the election for State Superintendent of Schools is a study in contrasts. The current office holder, Tony Evers, has done an exemplary job of advocating for our state's kids and the public schools they attend. His common sense concern is first and foremost the education of those youngsters, and he has acted toward that end.

Last but not least, we have a mayoral race to be decided in the city of Manitowoc. Mayor Nickels has shown remarkable maturity and judgment during his first term in office. He has garnered the respect of his fellow mayors around the state for the job he has done, including the promotion of our city for business development, tourism and as a good place to raise a family. Looking for a pizza? Tony may be the person to see, but for a forward-looking and fiscally responsible city government, Justin Nickels has shown he is the one for the job.

Please remember to vote on April 2 (or before) for these and the other important races to be decided.

Bob Jome

Manitowoc

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Letter: Elections critical for Wisconsin citizens

The spring non-partisan election is nearly upon us. While it doesn't normally attract all the attention of a presidential election, it is an important one that may well have a greater, more direct

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